Last updated: January 2026 · Approx. 6 minute read
Homeschool Laws in Ohio (2026)
Ohio requires annual notification to the local superintendent, with assessment options at year-end.
Quick facts at a glance
Notification & registration
Submit a Notification of Intent to your local superintendent by the start of the school year and annually thereafter.
Required subjects in Ohio
Ohio requires homeschool families to cover the following subject areas:
- English Language Arts
- Math
- Science
- Social Studies
- First Aid
- Safety
- Fire Prevention
- Health
- Physical Education
- Fine Arts
Hours & days of instruction
900 hours per year
Evaluations & testing
Annual assessment: standardized test, written narrative by a certified teacher, or other agreed-on alternative.
Recordkeeping requirements
Maintain academic records and assessment results.
Legal homeschool options in Ohio
How to start homeschooling in Ohio
- Submit a Notification of Intent to your superintendent by the start of school.
- Submit a withdrawal letter to your child's public school if applicable.
- Plan a curriculum covering all required subjects.
- Track 900 hours of instruction.
- Submit annual assessment results with the next year's Notification.
Notes & nuances
Ohio simplified its homeschool law in 2022, removing some prior requirements.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Ohio homeschool notification due?
By the start of the school year, annually.
How many hours must Ohio homeschoolers complete?
900 hours per year.
What annual assessment options does Ohio offer?
Standardized test, written narrative by a certified teacher, or other agreed-on alternative.
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